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The Printing Industry's Challenges, 2007.
This paper researches the major challenges facing managers of UK commercial lithographic print companies.
5,108 words (approx. 20.4 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 128.95
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This paper reviews literature relating to the issues faced by the printing industry in the UK, focusing on small and medium-size enterprizes (SMEs), in particular. The paper discusses the main challenge of technology and e-business services by showing how the drivers of this industry are e-business applications. The paper looks at how companies must prepare their employees with ICT skills training and employ ICT marketing tools that enable knowledge, information sharing, communication and integration with customers in today's highly networked and digitalized market.
Outline:
Objective
Introduction
New Tools in the Printing Industry
Policy Implications
Discussion
Conclusion
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"Today's traditional lithographic print industry, specifically firms that are SMEs are facing new challenges, structural change and implementation of new system processes that must be accounted into the firms' future if the firm expects to compete in today's highly digitalized, networked business world. It was written by Horton (1997) in the work entitled: "The Death of Print - The Global, Digital and Virtual Onslaught on the Traditional Print Industry" that: "the traditional print industry - composed of noisy press, messy inks, hundreds of thousand of impressions, highly skilled craftsmen, and a fearsome independence, is merging with other possible versions of a print business - the computer output business, the design service business, the digital print business, the electronic communication business, the global information business, and the customized service business. As a result the print industry is undergoing a slow and often painful revolution, which will take it into the 21st century just as a part of the global information and communication industry." (Ibid)"
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Technology in the Classroom, 2007.
This paper discusses the benefits and drawbacks of computers in the classroom.
1,924 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 61.95
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This paper argues that computers should be an aid to learning, but must not be an end in themselves. The paper discusses how they can be very helpful in preparing children for an adult world where technology is only growing in importance, but posits that they must be used only in a way that they actually help children to learn. The paper stresses that computers are incapable of solving a child's problems at home or with friends and peers. The paper concludes that computers can be a powerful tool in the classroom, but they are not replacements for meaningful human instruction and assistance.
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"Teaching has changed dramatically in recent years. Gone are the days when teaching consisted solely of writing on the blackboard and reading from textbooks. Today, technology regularly interposes itself between teachers and their students. Computers have invaded the classroom. Pupils complete many of their lessons on computers. They perform research on the Internet. When it comes to learning, many young people appear to rely as much on the computer as on their real-life instructors. But are all of these changes necessarily beneficial?"
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Computers in the School System, 2007.
A research proposal to examine how computers can enhance special education in the New York City public school system.
2,807 words (approx. 11.2 pages), 14 sources, MLA, $ 83.95
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In this research proposal, the writer notes that computer technology is becoming more widely used in American classrooms today as a means of supporting instruction in the K-12 classroom. The writer maintains that studies have shown that many K-12 teachers do not possess the requisite background and understanding of how these technologies can or should be used, with the result that even when computers are present in the classroom, they may not be used to their maximum effect. To help better understand the challenges and constraints facing K-12 teachers in general and teachers of special needs students in the New York City public schools in particular, this study provides a series of case studies and a critical review of the peer-reviewed and scholarly literature. The writer discusses whether computers can be used to supplement and improve education. The writer then examines the
advantages and disadvantages of using computers to supplement and improve education. Further, the writer discusses whether technology will promote or hamper students with learning disorders and special needs. The writer concludes that the focus of the research remains on identifying what techniques have been proven to work and determining what has not to develop a best practices approach to using computers to help special needs students achieve improved academic outcomes.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Significance of Study
Rationale of the Study
Research Questions
Preliminary Review of Related Literature
Methodology
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"While the use of computers in American society in general and in the public schools in particular has increased in recent years, many of these resources remained underutilized or used inappropriately. For example, researchers have determined that just 25 percent of secondary English teachers, 17 percent of science teachers, 13 percent of social studies teachers, and just 11 percent of math teachers make weekly use of computers in their classrooms. Moreover, even in those instances where computers are used routinely in the classroom, they are not used as the type of tool that can help students better understand sophisticated concepts or visualize concepts in a new ways; instead, the majority of teachers and students currently use technology and more specifically drill-and-practice tools and application software, to automate previous instructional practices."
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Cyber-Terrorism, 2007.
An overview and analysis of the threat posed by cyber-terrorism.
2,627 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 79.95
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This paper examines how computers can be used as tools by terrorists and how terrorists can target computers and computer networks in acts of terrorism. The paper contends that the information technology revolution has made both public and private sector computer systems and networks more vulnerable to attacks. It also asserts that the increased dependence on computer systems also makes cyber-terrorism a more menacing threat.
Outline:
Introduction
Cyber-Terrorism
The Threat posed by Cyber-Terrorism
Devastating Potential Consequences of Cyber-Terrorism in the Wake of the Information Technology Revolution
Securing the Nation Against Cyber-Terrorism
Conclusion
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"According to Theofrastous (2003) the conventional threats associated with attacks to America's IT infrastructure are well-known. However, there are now more sophisticated threats that involve the attacking of the IT infrastructure using unconventional means (Theofrastous 2003). The author points out that from an e-commerce standpoint, the new IT structure involves both business to consumer and business to business contexts (Theofrastous 2003). These contexts have encouraged the establishment of standardization in several important areas including the authentication of electronic transaction and antifraud measures (Theofrastous 2003). "
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Direct Marketing, 2007.
This paper compares the the use of the Internet email versus snail mail in direct marketing.
3,640 words (approx. 14.6 pages), 20 sources, APA, $ 101.95
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This paper relates that, although a number of marketers believe that email direct marketing campaigns are preferable to the use of snail mail, other critics suggest that snail mail marketing has a better return on investment (ROI) in terms of customer response and perceived legitimacy of the marketing process. The author points out that adventurous and technology sophisticated marketing methods, such as video and mobile marketing and the ability to organize and keep track of customer marketing responses, are advantages of the computer and the Internet. This paper concludes that email direct marketing should be used to keep in touch with clients and prospects who the marketer already knows; however, for unknown people, snail mail is more appropriate. The paper includes many quotations.
Table of Contents:
Introduction and Overview
Research Objectives
Importance of Topic
A Comparison between Email and Snail Mail
Snail Mail: Pros and Cons
Demographics
Summation and Assessment
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"The subject of direct marketing in the age of the Internet has assumed a predominant position in discussions of business advancement and marketing development. The advent of email as a means of advertising and marketing has challenged many traditional modes and means of marketing and has created new avenues for the advancement in the direct marketing field. At the same time, email marketing is also subject to various problems which, when studied in context, affect the future of marketing in general. One of these aspects, namely spam mail, will be discussed in more detail below."
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Distance Education for Older Students, 2007.
This paper aims to investigate the interest in distance education of those born between 1946 and 1964.
2,127 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 14 sources, MLA, $ 66.95
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The paper reviews research that explores the interest of individuals, born between 1946 and 1964, in distance education courses and other e-learning instructional venues. The paper provides a literature review and explains that this research expects findings to show how demand for education via distance education is increasing for older students.
Outline:
Objective
Research Questions
Aims of the Study
Significance of the Study
Literature Review
Summary of Literature Review
Expected Outcomes and Importance
Methodology
Study Schedule
Population & Sampling
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"The work entitled: Libraries, Lifelong Learning and the Land of the Adult" states that it has been reported that the "biggest growth industry of the 20th century is education" (PNLA Quarterly, 1999). It is additionally stated that the reference to "Era of the Adult" of Best and Eberhardt (1998) is used to provide a description of the baby boomers who are large part of the population and 'who will require adult education not only to improve basic skills or to receive job training, but also to help face a future that is more volatile, competitive and complex than ever before" (PNLA Quarterly, 1999). Distance education may be provided to students through technology-electronic databases and full-text databases available from remote sites, document delivery via fax or e-mail, electronic reserves. (Sloan, 1998 in PNLA Quarterly, 1999)"
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Computer Security, 2007.
This paper evaluates computer security as it relates to Department of Defense (DOD) laws.
1,796 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 57.95
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The paper discusses how our society is dependent on information technology as it relates to the economy, our defenses and our government and it is these technologies that also make the country more vulnerable. The paper examines Department of Defense (DOD) Laws and discusses the Computer Security Act, as well as the laws built upon this act. The paper looks at the Patriot Act, which many believe has played a role in making the nation more secure by allowing certain surveillance of electronic communications.
Outline:
Introduction
Securing Computer Systems: Computer Security Act of 1987
Federal Information Security Act of 2002
The Patriot Act
Conclusion
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"Computer Security has long been a concern for the society in which we live. Businesses, education systems, and governmental agencies all rely on computers for day-to-day operations (Bielski, 2005). Indeed as a society we are extremely dependent upon information technology as it relates to the economy, our defenses and our government. Although these technologies assist in ensuring that many functions in our nation run smoothly, these technologies also make the country more vulnerable. The technology that is available to us today through networks and the internet has made the economy and the society extremely global."
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The IT Industry, 2007.
An analysis of the information technology industry and its growth in the business and individual sectors.
893 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper discusses the rapid growth and development of the information technology (IT) industry. The paper also discusses how information technology is now being used to manage and organize individuals. The paper then analyzes and describes Michael Porter's Five Forces Model and how it is used to assess the IT market for organizations.
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"This is true of small companies, but also true of larger companies such as IBM. Just because IBM is a very large company and it seems to have a huge market share, this does not mean that the company is immune to competition and other issues that could damage its reputation, market share, and profits. IBM must use the five forces model or another model that it feels would work better for its specific situation in order to ensure that it is still performing well. Another good idea would be to perform a SWOT analysis so that the company is completely aware of the threats and other concerns that it is facing, now and in the future."
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The Consumer Laptop Market, 2007.
A business memo evaluating the potential of moving into the consumer laptop market.
1,760 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 56.95
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The paper presents an evaluation of a company using Dell as the benchmark for the evaluation. The paper analyzes Dell's IT infrastructure, supply chain and extensive use of key performance indicators and metrics of performance. The paper concludes that the consumer laptop market is very attractive although there are many processes the engineering, IT, marketing and supply chain organizations will need to consider. The paper also looks at the ethical question of whether the company can produce the high end performance laptops reliably enough to gain and keep customers' trust.
Outline:
Executive Summary
Assessing the U.S. and Global Laptop Market
Lessons learned from Dell
Summary of Strategic Recommendations
Ethical Considerations of entering the Consumer Laptop Market
Conclusion
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"With the intent of finding greater price elasticity in consumer markets, the CEO of our company has requested an analysis of selling our enterprise-class laptops to the consumer markets. His reasoning is that the enterprise markets that are comprised primarily of large corporations are increasingly turning price into the only differentiator in evaluating ours and competitor's laptops. Selling into the consumer market gives our company the opportunity to differentiate on branding, a more precise approach to segmentation and the development of strategies that focus on buyer behavior, and the development of future product strategies based on the unmet needs of this entirely new market."
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Employee Performance Management Software, 2007.
This paper discusses the implementation of an employee performance management software system.
876 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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In this report, the writer defines the assumptions and risks associated with implementing an employee performance management software application from a third party software vendor. The writer looks at the the technological assumptions and also the aspects that deal with changing how people do their jobs in response to the system providing more information and measures of performance than have been available in the past. The writer then discusses the issue of risks and the security of data. This paper includes an additional source copy.
Outline:
Executive Summary
Clarifying Assumptions
Assessment of Risks
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"Given the highly confidential nature of the employee and managerial data, its is critical for the employee performance management software application have a high level of security associated with it. Starting with the databases, the specific application(s) chosen in this area need to support record locking and write-one verification, which is part of any database being ACID-compliant. Simply put, these are databases that have assurance of atomicity, consistency, isolation of data, and durability, hence the acronym ACID-compliant."
"While ACID-complaint databases greatly enhances the security of the data, and safeguards them from being destroyed or compromised, another risk is that of an audit. For every publicly-held company in the U.S., the need to have systems and databases that are complaint with Sarbanes-Oxley Act is also critical. The risk of non-compliance in terms of human resources records can be quite expensive for any company to resolve."
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Cartographic Relief Representation, 2007.
This paper is a literature review to provide a historical overview of techniques for topographical relief representation in map-making.
3,815 words (approx. 15.3 pages), 14 sources, APA, $ 104.95
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This paper explains that, although global positioning systems provide cartographers with the ability to pinpoint topographical features and today the ability to express relief and contours on modern maps is commonplace, it was not always this easy. The author points out that, while the history of map-making is truly ancient, the ability to communicate accurately relief features on maps began in Italy during the 15th century. The paper concludes that today's cartographer enjoys the benefits of centuries of research into different ways of communicating three-dimensional features on two-dimensional planes and that the introduction of powerful three-dimensional computer-based visualization applications represents a true milestone in cartography history. The paper includes quotations and illustrations.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Rationale in Support of Study
Previous Research
Objective of the Study
Organization of the Study
Background of the Study of Relief Representation
Theoretical Framework
Methodology
Study Design
Theoretical Basis
Research Strategy Employed
Execution of the Study of Relief Representation
Results and Analysis of Relief Representation Techniques
Results
Analysis
Summary and Conclusions
Summary
Conclusions
Limitations of the Study
Recommendation for Future Research
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"According to Kirschenbauer and Buchroithner (2001), although these three-dimensional techniques provide the user with a decent overall impression of the represented relief, the transmission of detailed information and precise height data as it is rendered by contour lines is not simplified to any significant degree. This is because any of the older (which is to say a couple of years) present detailed landforms with techniques that do not provide a truly comprehensive picture yet. However, these authors emphasize that new technological innovations are making strides in this direction every day."
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Technology Systems Implementation, 2007.
A look at some of the major management challenges that can spell the success or failure of an IT/IS implementation.
1,237 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper discusses how the implementation of information technology and information systems (IT/IS) can be considered a major business decision. The paper explains that an important consideration management must always remember in implementing IT/IS is that IT/IS are business drivers and they exist - or co-exist - in business to support the overall strategic, tactical and operational objectives of the business. The paper also looks at various factors that can affect implementation such as strategy formulation,training plans and support strategies.
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"As in all business endeavors and decisions, change management and social marketing plans should and must also be in place especially if the IT/IS implementation will eventually affect people - both employees and clients - and the way they do work or business. IT/IS implementations always demand a paradigm shift and some human resources may not be prepared to meet the new realities of the information age. The change management and social marketing plans contain processes and procedures that aim to inform, educate, enable and empower the human resource portion of IT/IS implementation of the importance of the endeavor. "
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